does an average person driving a used vehicle not under warranty spend an average 2-$600 on maint. & repair?

Answer 1

Yes that is common some even pay that on newer cars

Answer 2

Yes. I budget for this. I keep them until the maintenance cost monthly average approaches 2/3rds of a new one.

If we choose to drive a long distance for vacation, I rent a vehicle. The cost is about the same for one week plus insurance as a one month new car payment. And I have no mechanical worries.

Answer 3

but maint is not cover under warranty, so people with new cars are paying most of that too